Wildlife Offences

The Wildlife Act (Alberta) provides for the protection and conservation of wild animals in Alberta. These complex laws and regulations control hunting and trapping in a variety of ways. 

A wildlife defence lawyer in Alberta specializes in cases involving wildlife conservation, animal protection, and regulatory issues related to hunting, fishing, and habitat conservation laws. These lawyers typically handle cases where individuals, corporations, or government entities may be accused of violating wildlife protection statutes, such as illegal hunting, fishing without a license, poaching, habitat destruction, and other offenses under the Wildlife Act, Fisheries Act, and related provincial and federal regulations.

In Alberta, fish and wildlife lawyers often navigate complex interactions between provincial regulations, such as the Wildlife Act, and federal laws under the Species at Risk Act, which aims to protect endangered species. They may defend clients charged with offenses ranging from unlawful possession of wildlife to disturbances in protected areas. 

Given the ecological significance of Alberta’s diverse landscapes—ranging from forests and mountains to plains— wildlife offences can involve high-stakes penalties, including substantial fines and loss of licenses. These cases often require deep knowledge of conservation principles and the technicalities of animal welfare laws. 

Our wildlife defence lawyers in Edmonton will use their extensive legal knowledge and their experience dealing with Alberta Crown Prosecutors to defend your wildlife charges.